KATO’ (often written with the apostrophe) is a premium denim and apparel brand created by designer Hiroshi Kato, rooted in Japanese denim heritage with modern comfort and design. The brand blends classic vintage style with innovative denim technology, making it a unique option in the higher-end denim world. Inspired by classic garments, KATO’ focuses on […]
Ecru Denim – Right Now And All Year Long!
Ecru (natural, unbleached off-white denim) isn’t seasonal. Actually, it’s one of the most versatile pieces you can own. Ecru denim isn’t “seasonal white”, it’s a 365-day neutral. Styled with the right textures and colors, it works in winter layers, summer heat, and every month in between. Here’s why you can wear it right now and […]
The Strike Gold – For All Denimheads Out There
The Strike Gold is a Japanese denim brand based in Kojima, Okayama — one of the world’s legendary denim regions. Guided by Thoru Hamamoto, The Strike Gold relentlessly pursues perfection. Skilled artisans proficient in “Kibata” raw denim manufacturing produce each item, including leather accessories. Notably sturdy at first, the items gradually mold to comfort, revealing […]
Let Us Introduce Fullcount Denim Maker
What makes Fullcount so special is their heritage craftmanship. Founded in Osaka to recreate classic American denim wear, Fullcount is part of Japan’s renowned denim tradition. They are on the same level as denim makers like Evisu and Studio D’Artisan. One of the legendary “Osaka 5” denim brands, Full Count was founded in 1992 by […]
Denim Tears – “YOU WON’T BLEED US”
Founded in 2019 by designer and aesthete, Tremaine Emory, Denim Tears debuted their first denim collection for winter 2025. The collection, titled “YOU WON’T BLEED US,” launched this month, featuring collaborations (Rolling Stones, Black Yankees) and its own core denim line, “DENIM BY DENIM TEARS,” with iconic Cotton Wreath motifs on new straight/loose fits. Key items […]
Black Jeans – Our Always Trending Go-To
Timeless, versatile, and effortlessly cool. Black jeans work day to night, casual to polished. And – as opposed to blue jeans – black jeans can be worn for many occasions when you need to be a bit more formally dressed. Like going for a job interview, or meeting your future mother-in -law! Dress them up […]
Let’s Talk About Benzak Denim Developer
Benzak Denim Developers is a denim and lifestyle brand based in Amsterdam, founded in 2013 by Lennaert Nijgh. The idea behind Benzak began long before the launch. Lennaert was drawn to high-quality raw denim from Japan as a teenager. After studying at the Amsterdam Fashion Institute and working in the denim product development industry, he […]
If You Love Anything Vintage – Mister Freedom
Mister Freedom was founded in 2003 by French-born vintage-aficionado Christophe Loiron. The brand began as a vintage retail store and atelier in Los Angeles. The shop at 7161 Beverly Blvd houses not only their in-house collections but also a large curated inventory of vintage clothing, textiles, accessories, and ephemera, sometimes dating back to the 19th […]
GAP x KATSEYE – The Low-Rise Is Rising!
This past summer, Gap launched their “Better In Denim” ad-campaign featuring global girl group KATSEYE. And it was all about baggy and low-rise jeans. And now, in the middle of the winter season, we can only confirm, the low-rise jeans are definitely on the (high) rise! And Gap proves to have been totally right on […]
Hawksmill Denim Co. – Denim From The UK
Hawksmill Denim Co. is a British-based premium denim brand, founded in 2015. Their mission is to make “the best jeans possible” by focusing on quality materials, traditional manufacturing, and longevity rather than chasing fashion cycles. Production is done in small batches: the brand emphasizes slow fashion: “Our jeans are made slowly and with care by […]